Pauline Hanson's National Press Club address revealed a policy platform focused on anti-multiculturalism, stricter abortion access, and a "transgender insurgency" warning. Despite surging interest in One Nation, the speech highlighted fringe policy ideas unlikely to appeal to mainstream voters.
Choreographer Sonya Tayeh is premiering 'The Surge,' a dance piece inspired by Sinéad O'Connor's life and music. The work features women over 40, exploring themes of defiance, aging in the arts, and finding one's voice, drawing parallels to O'Connor's own struggles and resilience.
Ravenswood Gold has secured a $1.4 billion refinancing deal, averting financial crisis. The deal will pay off debts and support plans to increase production, though an expert warns of ongoing financial sustainability concerns.
US retail sales rose 0.9% in May, exceeding forecasts, driven by strong auto purchases and service station receipts amid higher gas prices. Despite consumer anxiety over inflation, spending remains resilient, though a slowdown is anticipated as tax refund cushions deplete.
A seven-year-old Somali boy, Abdiqadir Salah, risks losing the ability to walk due to shrapnel from a US airstrike six months ago. His family cannot afford the £750 surgery, and the US denies civilian casualties.
Hong Kong's ICAC received 1.5 times more corruption complaints about building renovations in early 2024 vs. last year, following public concern over bid-rigging after a fatal fire. The ICAC has doubled investigators to 100.
Hong Kong's ICAC received 1.5 times more corruption complaints about building renovations in early 2026 vs. last year, following public concern after the Wang Fuk Court fire. The ICAC doubled investigators to 100.
Hong Kong stocks face potential price pressure and uncertainty as lock-up periods for IPO shares expire, with historical data suggesting median declines post-expiry. Investors are advised to carefully parse metrics amid limited AI exposure.
Stablecoin liquidity on the XRP Ledger (XRPL) has nearly doubled in a month, approaching $1 billion, largely due to Ripple's RLUSD. This surge supports Ripple's strategy to position XRPL as a payment rail for AI agents, enabling automated, fast, and rule-enforced transactions, a market projected to reach $183 billion by 2033.
Splits emerge in Australia's Liberal Party over cooperating with Pauline Hanson's One Nation. MP Tony Pasin suggested joint targeting of seats, but senior figures like Angus Taylor rejected the idea, emphasizing focus on defeating Labor.
Liberal MP Tony Pasin suggested cooperating with Pauline Hanson's One Nation to defeat Labor, but senior colleagues like Angus Taylor rejected the idea. One Nation is polling strongly and targeting Labor seats, fueling debate on right-wing cooperation.
Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular (Braden Peters) is facing backlash after revealing his rhinoplasty results, with many claiming he "ruined his face." The controversy highlights extreme beauty standards in the online community and Peters's history of controversial behavior.
Donald Trump stated US fuel prices are "not very high, relatively speaking" despite a surge linked to the war on Iran. The national average gas price is $4.16 per gallon, $1 higher than last year, impacting inflation and daily costs for American households.
A massive bloom of common octopuses (Octopus vulgaris) in UK waters, first seen in Devon and Cornwall in 2025, has spread to Scotland and Wales, impacting the fishing industry and marine ecosystem due to warming seas.
Streamer Braden Peters, known as Clavicular, broadcast his rhinoplasty surgery live on Kick, attracting thousands of viewers. The event, featuring celebrity surgeon Dr. Michael Salzhauer, sparked debate about cosmetic surgery as live entertainment.
China's 'little giants' scheme identifies specialized SMEs for policy support. While over 17,600 exist, the designation signals policy alignment, not guaranteed commercial success or global competitiveness, differing from Germany's 'hidden champions'.
Asian nations are prioritizing fuel needs over security risks associated with Russian oil imports, driven by high energy prices and supply disruptions. India's imports have surged, and Indonesia plans to import significant volumes from Russia.
Australia's billionaires saw their wealth increase by nearly $50,000 per minute in the past year, according to Oxfam. Meanwhile, anti-abortion rallies gain traction, a smart drug shows promise against cancer, and Peter Garrett leads an inquiry into the Aukus pact.
Australia's billionaires saw their wealth surge by nearly $50,000 per minute in the past year, according to Oxfam. Meanwhile, Barnaby Joyce headlines an anti-abortion rally in Sydney, Peter Garrett leads an inquiry into Aukus, and a smart drug shows promise against cancer.
Hong Kong's Financial Secretary Paul Chan stated the Middle East war has had a limited impact on local inflation, citing the city's service-based economy and stable energy from mainland China as mitigating factors.
India's NCDRC found a surgeon grossly negligent for removing a patient's healthy left kidney instead of the diseased right one. The error led to prolonged suffering, dialysis, and the patient's death, with her family awarded ₹2 crore in compensation.
Following Winter Olympics success, skeleton athletes Matt Weston and Tabitha Stoecker have inspired over 7,000 Britons to sign up for a talent identification campaign, boosting the sport's profile in the UK.
The WHO has declared the haemorrhagic fever outbreak an international health emergency. Congolese Health Minister Samuel Roger Kamba reported 131 deaths and 513 suspected cases, noting that not all deaths are confirmed to be linked to Ebola.
China's long-distance running popularity surge, with Shanghai Marathon applications exceeding last year's total mid-registration, contrasts with concerns over the country's elite competitive performance, attributed to a disconnect between mass participation and systematic talent development.
